Podi Menike train service resumes to Peradeniya following cyclone disruption

The Podi Menike train service has successfully reached Peradeniya station following the resumption of operations after Cyclone Ditwah caused widespread disruptions to rail infrastructure across Sri Lanka.

The tropical cyclone had forced authorities to suspend train services on multiple routes as severe weather conditions damaged track sections, overhead lines, and supporting infrastructure. The Central Highlands region, which the Podi Menike serves, was among the areas most severely affected by the system.

Railway authorities worked to assess and repair the damage sustained during the cyclone, prioritizing the restoration of major passenger routes. The resumption of the Podi Menike service to Peradeniya indicates that essential repairs have been completed on critical sections of the line.

The train service, which connects lowland and highland regions, plays a vital role in passenger transport and economic activity for communities along its route. The restoration of regular operations is expected to facilitate the movement of both commuters and goods in the affected areas.

Authorities have advised passengers to verify schedules with relevant railway services before traveling, as operations continue to be monitored for any residual infrastructure issues from the cyclone.